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Meredith H.

Marengo, IL

4.9 out of 5 stars
142 reviews
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Services

Meredith can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Meredith can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

My schedule is generally around 8am to 4pm. Your pet will be at my home while I am at work but before and after they will have my full attention! I am really hoping to board dogs whose families really need a vacation and want their dogs to have a great and safe time!

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About Meredith H.

Communication

97 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs are required to be up to date on vaccinations to help prevent any illnesses spreading from home to home. I am familiar with all types of leashes, harnesses, collars, and styles of pet ownership. Once I have been given a good run down of your pet's lifestyle, energy levels, wants, and needs we will get along just fine! Please provide any food, medications, or supplements they may need while in my care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Information Meredith H. would like to know about your pet

Please make me aware of your dog's energy levels, favorite activities, least favorite activities, any possible aggression or reactivity, their routine, any medical needs, and any other quirks they may have.

A typical day

I will tailor our activities to your wants and needs! Your dog will be immersed into my day to day life and will be treated like my own!! Whether they need more exercise or more snuggles (or a lot of both) I make sure everyone is happy.

Location

Marengo, IL

Meredith H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Lots of experience! Lots of love!

Pet care experience

My name is Meredith and I would love to take care of your pups! I have a long history of working with animals in fields such as dog training, pet sitting, dog walking, boarding, and veterinary medicine. I owned a pet care and training company in Raleigh, NC and now handle and manage explosive detection dogs at O'Hare Airport. I have have my Master Obedience Trainer certification from one of the country's top schools, Pet First Aid Certification, and several other related certifications. I have spent countless hours working with hundreds of dogs and had my hands in training everything from feisty cocker spaniels to nervous great danes to aggressive shepherds! I currently work about 8 hour shifts 3-4 days a week so it is important your dog is used to a home that works... however my only activities before and after work are playing with and taking care of animals so they will have my full attention!

Reviews

Natasha P.
Drop-In Visits • Nov 30, 2021
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10 out of 10 would recommend Meredith! Left my pup at home for a week. For the first time ever, he was completely relaxed when I returned with zero signs of anxiousness. Loved all the photos and I could really tell he bonded with Meredith.

Christine M.
Boarding • May 21, 2021
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Meredith has been our number one choice to care for our very high energy GSD/ACD mix. It has been so much easier to leave our pup with someone for one week or more (and very last minute) when they keep you updated with photos and updates on how our pup is spending her time. Since our dog has been in transition with her training, it has been critical for us to find someone who will keep safety boundaries above all else with other dogs and also wants to know what she can do to make the stay easier for both us and the dog. 100% recommend her to everyone and anyone who gets an insane amount of anxiety leaving their dog anywhere even if it was overnight. She keeps them happy, and safe.

Lidija K.
Boarding • Jan 20, 2021
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Meredith was so great at keeping me informed and sending pictures of my pup while we were away on our trip. She seems to really know a lot about dogs and I love the fact that she has veterinary tech experience and dog training certification! My pup was very happy there and I will certainly use Meredith again!

Myra N.
Dog Walking • Jan 22, 2020
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Meredith is wonderful! The boys loved her from the very beginning during our meet-and-greet. She took note of my dogs’ behaviors and knew how to give them attention. Meredith is professional and reliable. The boys love her and feel comfortable around her. We will continue to book her for walks. I highly recommend her! I’ve already recommended her to my neighbors.

About Meredith H.

Communication

97 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

12 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Dogs are required to be up to date on vaccinations to help prevent any illnesses spreading from home to home. I am familiar with all types of leashes, harnesses, collars, and styles of pet ownership. Once I have been given a good run down of your pet's lifestyle, energy levels, wants, and needs we will get along just fine! Please provide any food, medications, or supplements they may need while in my care.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 8+ hours

Information Meredith H. would like to know about your pet

Please make me aware of your dog's energy levels, favorite activities, least favorite activities, any possible aggression or reactivity, their routine, any medical needs, and any other quirks they may have.

A typical day

I will tailor our activities to your wants and needs! Your dog will be immersed into my day to day life and will be treated like my own!! Whether they need more exercise or more snuggles (or a lot of both) I make sure everyone is happy.

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Meredith H.

Marengo, IL

4.9 out of 5 stars
142 reviews